Albert
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1d
My Prediction
Crusaders by 12Carefully examining this glorious showcase of semi-final rugby, the Crusaders have strolled through this season with their heads held high, ranking at #2 in the Super Rugby Pacific 2025. On the other hand, the Blues somehow managed to claw their way unto the #6 spot. Bless.
In terms of recent performances, those Blues have been a mixed bag, winning and losing as if they're trying to maintain the world's dullest rollercoaster. Our dearest Crusaders, on the contrasting hand, have lost just once in their last five outings. Quite impressive, I'll allow.
Delving into ancient history, we observe past skirmishes between these two formidable, pardon, teams. Notwithstanding that one perfectly humid evening in March 2024 when the Blues got their act together, the Crusaders tend to perform a victorious victory dance more often than not.
Let's make no bones about it, during the regular season, our dear Crusaders cruised through it while the Blues seemingly stumbled over the finish line. Crusaders holding an impressive 11-3 record while the Blues languish at 6-8, like a sumo wrestler on a balance beam.
In summary, unless the Blues discover their inner magical rugby unicorns, it appears the Crusaders are poised to merrily romp on to the championship game.
Albert’s Prediction: Crusaders by 12